NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of diabetes mellitus who is experiencing diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Which of the following findings would the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: DKA causes fruity breath odor due to ketone production from fat metabolism. Rapid, deep respirations (not slow,
A) compensate for acidosis, tachycardia/hypotension (not bradycardia,
C) occur, and hyperglycemia (not hypoglycemia,
D) is typical.
Question 2 of 5
A hospitalized client asks what is wrong with the person in the next bed. How should the nurse reply?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: HIPAA mandates confidentiality; stating that information is confidential protects patient privacy without engaging further.
Question 3 of 5
An adult who is receiving cancer chemotherapy asks the nurse if her fatigue has anything to do with the chemotherapy. What should the nurse include when responding to this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chemotherapy often causes anemia by reducing red blood cells, leading to fatigue, a common side effect.
Extract:
After a patient has cataract surgery, the nurse should:
Question 4 of 5
After a patient has cataract surgery, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Avoiding vigorous activities like brushing prevents increased intraocular pressure post-cataract surgery.
Extract:
A child sustains a fractured femur in a bicycle accident. However, the admission x-ray films reveal evidence of fractures of other long bones in various stages of healing.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse determines that this child should be assessed for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Multiple fractures in various healing stages suggest non-accidental trauma, indicating child abuse.